Survey on the effects of electron beam irradiation on chemical quality and sensory properties on quail meat

Irradiation of quilt meat resulted in extension of the meat shelf life to at least two weeks at refrigeration temperature by decreasing the corrosion-causing microorganisms and improving microbial quality, while the sensory properties of meat were preserved. Regarding the increase in the oxidation level at high doses of the electron beam and the absence of significant differences in the studied dosages in reducing the total amount of total volatile basic nitrogen, it is recommended to apply electron beam irradiation at doses of 1.5 and 3 kGy to extend the meat shelf life and preserve the quality/health of the quail meat.